Charleston Self-Defense Academy & Martial Arts

This is a great place if you want a workout that is going to make a difference. The instructors are great. Sam & O.C. really got the Cardio kickboxing class pumped up and motivated. Todd led the FIT class (Functional Interval Training)There is also a kids program and the offer all types of Martial Arts like Jujitsu, Muay Thai, Kickboxing and boxing. My son (11 years old) trains Jujitsu there; he competed in his first tournament after training for a month and won 1st place in his division.I can't say enough good things about this gym. You need to get in there and try it. The 1st class is free and they don't do the pressure selling. Well they don't really have too, the place sells itself!

Big space, great instructors, and a non clique atmosphere to learn in. I train jiu jitsu there under 3rd degree black professor Roger Costa and I'm extremely enjoying him. Hes an awesome, humble, encouraging, and gracious leader who lives the lifestyle in full. He teaches self defense jiu jitsu which many of the other gyms are missing. He keeps the ART in jiu jitsu. I am so glad I came back!Best deal in town and the most experienced instructors for your money. Whether u wanna get in shape, compete in various martial arts, or just learn self defense this place has lots for anyone. The whole family is welcome and it's a great place with a great atmosphere to learn in. You also will find no mat space bigger in this area to train. Try it out. U won't be disappointed

As the owner I am proud to offer the best option for physical fitness and MMA in the Lowcountry! We have the most experienced instructors and coaches in their respective disciplines. We focus on friends, family and fun. If you can't enjoy working out, you will never make it a lifestyle choice. Weather you are training to be a fighter, learning Jiu Jitsu or just want to get in shape through cardio boxing. CFIT & MMA is the place for you!

Good environment for all ages and experience levels, recommended for from experienced martial artists to entry level individuals. The fit classes, martial arts and combat sports reaches out to most of the students whether they are looking for a better quality of life or high level competition.

This is a first class facility that reaches out and finds the most knowledgeable staff available. I am a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Professor Costa here consistently impresses me with his knowledge and is by far the most technical instructor I've seen. I look forward to continue learning from him. Join this gym and thank me later!

Great place. Staff is friendly and helpful. I haven't trained BJJ since 01,but the class treated me like I had been with them for years.They have weights and heavy bags to use anytime. That's cool because I don't need two gym memberships. I haven't done the other classes but it looks like everyone is enjoying the hard workouts. Highly recommended.

My son has been attending Charleston Fit & MMA for about 4 months and he absolutely LOVES it! The time that the kids class is offered is perfect and being a young adult he also participates in the adult class. He enjoys his coach and classes so much that he even wakes up early on Saturdays to attend their 10am class. He's learned so much that he will be participating in his first tournament this weekend! I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking for an MMA class.

Charleston FIT and MMA is such an amazing place. I was looking for trainers that will motivate me and kick my butt because there's no way I'm working out at home for 30 minutes alone in front of a DVD player. They are so motivating, and understand when I need the push. Tim, Haley, Ricardo and Stephanie are rock stars and with one class of boxing under my belt, I will definitely be adding that to my routine. Do yourself a favor and join this place because it's awesome! And such a great location!